Senior Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care Lead

Mary Washington Healthcare Incorporated; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist III. This advanced practitioner delivers complex respiratory care, oversees ventilator management, and collaborates with physicians, nurses, and therapists to optimize patient plans of care.

The RT III participates in education, quality improvement, and acts as Charge Therapist when needed, supporting a multidisciplinary team across critical care areas.

Qualifications

• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in good standing in Virginia.
• Graduate of a respiratory care program; CRT or RRT preferred or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year as RT II or equivalent.
• BLS required; ACLS within 90 days; NRP for NICU within 90 days.
• NBRC credential required; AARC member preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient- and family-centered care with interdisciplinary teamwork.
• Administers and assesses respiratory therapies with minimal supervision.
• Evaluates patient progress and adjusts therapy as needed.
• Establishes and manages mechanical ventilation.
• Monitors ventilator parameters and blood gas analyses.
• Develops and refines ventilator care plans with the care team.
• Ensures equipment operation and maintenance; troubleshoots issues.
• Educates patients and families; participates in quality initiatives.

Skills

Team collaboration

Patient education

Ventilator management

Education

Virginia licensure

CRT or RRT certification

Job description

Mary Washington Healthcare in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist III. This advanced practitioner delivers complex respiratory care, oversees ventilator management, and collaborates with physicians, nurses, and therapists to optimize patient plans of care.

The RT III participates in education, quality improvement, and acts as Charge Therapist when needed, supporting a multidisciplinary team across critical care areas.